Planning

Security Services for Ellen Ridge Gypsy & Traveller Site

NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Newport City Council, a regional authority, is in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking security services for the Ellen Ridge Gypsy & Traveller Site in Newport, NP20 4UR. This initiative aims to enhance the site's safety and management through professional security services. The contract involves continuous guarding, perimeter checks, incident response, and liaison with emergency services. Conflict de-escalation and cultural sensitivity towards residents are essential components of the service. Interested providers with relevant expertise are invited to express their interest, offering their services and discussing potential collaborations with the council.

The procurement creates growth opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those with experience in managing large residential sites. The contract is ideally suited for companies offering comprehensive security solutions, including adaptable coverage hours and incident management. This is an excellent chance for businesses to broaden their portfolio by securing a long-term partnership with a local authority, thereby expanding their influence and reputation within the public sector. By collaborating with Newport City Council, enterprises can showcase their capabilities in conflict resolution and safeguarding within community environments.

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Notice Title

Security Services for Ellen Ridge Gypsy & Traveller Site

Notice Description

Ellen Ridge is Newport City Council's designated permanent Gypsy and Traveller site, comprising of three residential pitches. The site provides a safe, inclusive, and well-managed environment for its residents and their children. It is a large site, with planning permission for a further 32 pitches.Newport City Council is seeking expressions of interest from qualified and experienced security service providers with the objective to prevent unauthorised access, illegal occupation, and to ensure the ongoing safety and well-being of residents.Scope of service:- Up to 24/7 guarding, with the flexibility to adjust coverage hours upon reasonable notice.- Regular perimeter checks- Incident response and reporting- Liaison with Newport City Council and emergency services as required.- Conflict de-escalation and Safeguarding Awareness, ensuring respectful and culturally sensitive engagement with residents.Expressions of Interest should be emailed to procure@newport.gov.uk along with a summary of the security service that can be supplied. Meetings with suppliers maybe required to discuss service provision further tender purposes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-153865
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153865
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joanne James
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP20 4UR
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Allt-yr-yn
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

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